Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has thrown fresh doubt on his future at Stamford Bridge by publicly criticising manager Antonio Conte following the decision to substitute Eden Hazard early during the weekend's loss against Manchester United.

With the score at 1-1 and the reigning champions desperately needing a victory, Conte withdrew Hazard with 20 minutes left. Moments later, Jesse Lingard scored the winner for United.

Courtois was less than pleased to see his fellow countryman and Chelsea's usual difference maker hauled off at such a crucial time, making his feelings known through the Belgian media.

"I had not expected him to take him off but it is a choice of the manager. He must explain. I can't look into his head. Players like Eden should have 90 minutes on the pitch. He can always bring something extra offensive."